What Therapists Learn From Their Clients (Guest - Kayla Jones / Therapist)

Summary

In this episode of "Who You Callin’ Crazy," host Juliet Kuehnle interviews therapist Kayla Jones to shed light on the experiences and challenges of being a therapist. They discuss the transition from graduate school to private practice, the stigma around being a therapist, and the weight the job can place on the therapist. Tune in to gain insight into the world of therapy as we humanize the profession.

Timestamps

[00:01:45] Starting out in private practice.

[00:06:37] Therapist's pedestal and humanization.

[00:10:07] Being seen and heard.

[00:14:01] The magic of connection.

[00:17:07] Resentment in client relationships.

[00:21:49] Learning the latest slang.

[00:25:03] The heaviness of the job.

[00:31:34] Incorporating music into therapy.

[00:33:38] The magic of therapy.

Detailed Synopsis

In this episode, Kayla shares her personal experience with burnout. After taking a break and working for a while, she made the decision to pursue graduate school with the goal of becoming a therapist. This decision was influenced by herpassion for psychology and her desire to assist others with their mental health, though she admits being and becoming a therapist has positively impacted her own mental health, more than she ever expected. 

During the episode, the significance of finding the right therapist who can provide validation and empower individuals to explore their mental health is emphasized. They discuss the “art of being a therapist.” Juliet and Kayla acknowledge that at times the process of therapy can be challenging for both client and therapist. They acknowledge that by sharing that reality and humanizing the therapist and their experience in the process, they can help the client trust the process as well. 

Kayla & Juliet identify some of the beneficial differences for a client between talking to a good friend and speaking with a therapist. Additionally, the therapists touch on the emotional weight of their job and how it can impact them. They acknowledge the weight of their responsibility in helping clients navigate their emotions, behaviors, and actions and emphasize the importance of therapists seeking their own therapy.